Deaverdura

November 11, 2025

This is a great and straightforward spot to have quintessential Puerto Rican dishes in Old San Juan. We had Alcapurria and bacalaito to start. I had pernil and arroz con gandulez for my main—and they hit the spot. Portion is perfect. As tourists, you don’t want to be over-served and carried a to go container but don’t want to leave hungry either. Drinks were good. We had pineapple and passion fruit con ron. Menu may not be as extensive, for example they didn’t have pollo guisado etc, but sometimes less is more. They are busy so have your order ready in one go. Closed on Monday.

October 11, 2025

Deaverdura is such a gem in Old San Juan! The food is full of authentic Puerto Rican flavor and feels homemade with love. We tried a mix of everything—fried plantains, sausages, and mofongo—and it was all delicious. Portions are generous and perfect for sharing with family or friends. The restaurant itself has a cozy, colorful vibe that makes you feel right at home. Service was friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. It’s the kind of place where you can sit back, enjoy amazing food, and soak in the local culture. Definitely a must-visit if you want a true Puerto Rican meal in a relaxed, fun atmosphere!

October 13, 2025

The food was amazing. Everything was spot on full of flavor. It’s a small space so wait times can be brutal especially if you’re having to wait outside in the heat BUT it is totally worth the wait. The sampler platter alone was enough for three people to eat and be full.

November 12, 2025

I found this restaurant through Instagram reels. Walking from the cruise ship port, we passed other restaurants and my friends suggested stopping there, but I insisted on going here and hoped that Instagram was right. Thank goodness, it was right. This was some of the best food I’ve eaten all year. I’m still thinking about it. I got the pulled pork (pernil) with yellow rice, beans, and plantains. It was absolutely incredible. Fantastic flavor, and it was cooked to perfection. The restaurant is quaint and very casual. Nice authentic flavor and vibes. Did not feel touristy at all, in a good way.

July 10, 2025

Food was incredible! Best food we had on the island. and we could see the food being made fresh! Service was quick for us because we went between 1-2 PM but I can tell that it is a busy place to try to eat. Limited menu which is good because it means the food is made authentic and better service.